I’ve been sleep ing with the (Am)lights on
’cause the dark ness is sur (C)round ing you.
This is my world, this is (Am)my choice
and you’re the drug that gets me (C)through.
I’ve been wait ing for an (Am)ans wer
be cause I built this bed for (C)two.
I’m just hang ing on your (Am)ans wer.
I’ve built this bed for me and (C)you.
(G)Can’t you see
that (Em)I
am (C)yours?
So (G)will you be
my (Em)life
sup (C)port?
You’re my life sup port.
You’re my life sup port.
Sick of wak ing up in (Am)dark ness
when the sky is al ways (C)paint ed blue.
There’s a meth od to my (Am)mad ness.
It’s clear that you don’t have a (C)clue.
I’ve been wait ing for an (Am)ans wer
be cause I built this bed for (C)two.
I’m just hang ing on your (Am)ans wer.
I’ve built this bed for me and (C)you.
(G)Can’t you see
that (Em)I
am (C)yours?
So (G)will you be
my (Em)life
sup (C)port?
You’re my life sup port.
You’re my life sup port.
You’re my life sup port.
You’re my life sup port.
(G)Can’t you see
that (Em)I
am (C)yours?
So (G)will you be
my (Em)life
sup (C)port?
I’ve been sleep ing with the (Am)lights on
’cause the dark ness is sur (C)round ing you.
Life Support — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet
Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "Life Support" by Sam Smith: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key G, 60 BPM.
Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (G) sits too high or low for your voice, use the transpose control to shift the accompaniment into a comfortable range — the backing moves with you. Need a pitch reference? Tap the mic icon to bring the vocal melody in.
Try other practice modes:
About “Life Support”
- What key is the piano accompaniment for "Life Support" by Sam Smith in?
- The backing track is in G at 60 BPM. If that doesn't sit in your vocal range, use the live transpose control to shift up or down semitones — the accompaniment moves with the new key automatically.
- Can I sing over "Life Support" with this accompaniment?
- Yes — that's exactly what it's built for. The vocal melody is muted by default so you can sing freely. Need a pitch reference? Tap the mic icon to bring the melody back in at a lower volume.
- Is this a karaoke version of "Life Support"?
- Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Life Support", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
- Can I use "Life Support" as a backing track for my instrument?
- Absolutely. Singers, guitarists, violinists, wind players, and instrumental practice in general all work — the piano holds the harmony so you can carry the melody on whatever instrument you play.
- Can I download the accompaniment for "Life Support"?
- Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
- Who wrote "Life Support"?
- "Life Support" was originally performed by Sam Smith. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
- What other backing tracks by Sam Smith are available?
- Other accompaniments by Sam Smith: "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas", "How Will I Know", "I'm Not The Only One". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.
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